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Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States who was appointed by President Bill Clinton in 1993; she tended to vote along liberal lines.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an influential legal scholar and jurist who served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1993 until her death in 2020. She was appointed to the court by President Bill Clinton and became the second woman to serve on the highest court in the country, following Sandra Day O’Connor.
During her tenure on the Supreme Court, Justice Ginsburg was known for her commitment to gender equality and women’s rights. She was a fierce advocate for women’s reproductive rights, arguing that access to abortion was a fundamental right protected by the Constitution. She was also a vocal supporter of LGBTQ+ rights, voting in favor of same-sex marriage and advocating for equal treatment under the law for all individuals.
Justice Ginsburg was a prominent member of the liberal wing of the Supreme Court and often voted in support of progressive policies and causes. She was a consistent advocate for criminal justice reform, arguing that the system was biased against people of color and the poor. She also championed voting rights, arguing that restrictions on voting disproportionately affected marginalized communities.
In addition to her work on the Supreme Court, Justice Ginsburg was a respected legal scholar and advocate. She co-founded the Women’s Rights Project at the American Civil Liberties Union and argued several landmark cases before the Supreme Court. She also authored numerous articles and books on legal theory and practice, including “Sex Discrimination and the Law” and “My Own Words.”
Justice Ginsburg’s death in 2020 marked the end of a remarkable career in public service and advocacy. She left a lasting legacy as a champion of equality and justice, and her contributions to American law and society will continue to be felt for generations to come.
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